Overview

David defends employers in a wide range of litigation matters, including employment-related disputes, wage and hour claims, and FEHA matters, as well as in administrative hearings, arbitration, and state and federal courts.

David also counsels employers in making strategic business decisions, such as formulating workplace policies, commission plans, reductions in force, employee discipline, and more. He also conducts workplace investigations when complaints arise.

Prior to joining Constangy, David served private and public sector employers as an attorney with a statewide California law firm.

Outside of his legal practice, David is actively involved in his community, serving on the board of the Earl B. Gilliam Bar Foundation and the Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee. He is also a board member of the San Diego County Football Officials Association. When he is not working or serving on a board, David officiates Division 1 NCAA Football.

Honors & Recognitions

  • San Diego Super Lawyers®  Rising Star honoree - Employment & Labor (2022-2024)

Professional & Civic Associations

  • Earl B. Gilliam Bar Foundation Board of Directors
    • Director (2020-2024)
    • Executive Board (2021-2023)
    • President (2023)
  • Metropolitan Area Advisory Committee
    • Board of Directors (2022-present)
  • San Diego County Football Officials Association
    • Board Member (2022-present)

About Me

When he is not working or serving on a board, David officiates Division 1 NCAA football.

  • "Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can."
  • Arthur Ashe

Clerkships

  • Hon. M. James Lorenz, United States District Judge
  • Hon. Robert N. Block, United States Magistrate Judge
  • Hon. David H. Bartick, United States Magistrate Judge
  • Hon. John A. Houston, United States District Judge

Education

John Marshall Law School

  • J.D., 2013
  • Moot Honors Council

University of Michigan

  • B.A., Philosophy, 2010

Bar & Court Admissions

  • California, 2018
  • Illinois, 2014
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